Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intercut

verb
/ˈɪntəˌkʌt/
Definition
To cut back and forth between different scenes or sequences in a film, video, or other media.
Examples
  • The director decided to intercut between the protagonist’s past and present to enhance the storytelling.
  • In that chase scene, they intercut the action with shots of the police responding to the crime.
  • The editor frequently intercuts images of nature with urban scenes to highlight the contrast between the two worlds.
Meaning
Intercutting is a technique that involves switching between two or more different shots or scenes to create a narrative connection or to build tension.
Synonyms
  • alternate
  • splice
  • switch